Continuous Improvement Engineer

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Located in Stockton, CA

Salary: Up to $34.00/hr

Continuous Improvement Engineer – Stockton, CA

Pay: Up to $34.00/hr Schedule: Full‑time | Professional | Temp‑to‑Hire Location: Stockton, CA

A manufacturing company in Stockton is seeking an experienced Continuous Improvement Engineer to lead organizational process improvements, drive efficiency, and support quality initiatives. This role is ideal for someone with strong analytical skills, leadership ability, and a proven background in Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.

Job Summary

The Continuous Improvement Engineer develops and implements organizational changes designed to improve quality, efficiency, and overall operational performance. This position requires expert-level knowledge of process improvement tools and the ability to lead complex initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate internal processes and identify improvement opportunities

• Establish KPIs, assess current state, and define future state goals

• Oversee implementation of process changes and track progress

• Complete required documentation fully and accurately

• Maintain a clean and organized work area following 5S standards

• Follow all Safety, Environmental, and Quality policies

• Perform additional duties as assigned

Experience & Education

• Bachelor’s degree required (engineering, operations, business, or related field)

• 6+ years of experience in continuous improvement, manufacturing, or operational excellence

• Expert knowledge of process improvement methodologies

• Ability to handle complex issues with a high degree of independence

• Experience providing leadership, coaching, or mentoring

• Lean, Six Sigma, or related certification preferred

Competencies & Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to work collaboratively and independently

• Problem management and decision‑making skills

• High attention to detail and accuracy

• Project management capability

• Strong judgment and analytical thinking

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Standing and sitting (continuous)

• Occasional kneeling, stooping, bending, lifting up to 25 lbs

• Clear speech, hearing, hand/finger dexterity

• Work in environments with varying temperatures, noise, vibration, dirt, and dust

• Work alone and with others

• Use of computers, telephones, copy machines

• Ability to perceive, comprehend, and communicate effectively

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